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Sunday, 5 July 2015

I Just Wanna Make Nice Things

This time I decided to use one of the fab Printers Style
frames that are Laser Cut at That Craft Place, along with others which are
listed at the end of my post. There is an amazing selection of laser die cuts
and a bespoke service so please check them out at the online Facebook shop
which you will get the links for on my sidebar.

The frame comes with 4 corners and 2 aperture mounts and
1 back in a super MDF quality. For my frame I decided to use only 1 of the
apertures and 2 corners so I have another one for a future project.

I started
by heat embossing Stampendous Frantage powders onto my aperture frame. Love how
this has given a mottled effect.

My back piece of MDF I used DecoArt crackle paint and I rubbed some Distress Ink to highlight the cracks.

Adding stitching to my papers and arranging my sections.

My parasol was made using a
bead finding and hat pin. My boot is an altered button.

My key was covered in a mix of embossing powders and distress powders to give a rusty aged look.

My corners are also heat embossed with Bronze powder. I
inserted the cream scrolls which had also been heat embossed with Frantage
powders, adding a few pearls and gilding wax to the edges.

My Cheery Lynn butterflies were die cut out and heat
embossed with Pastel shaded embossing powders and I layered them up twice for
extra dimension. The ornate frames I added Crackle paint and gilding wax and
little pearls.

My mannequin I added more crackle paint and gilding wax
to and my lace was gathered with a few stitches and glued in place, adding some
more pearls and a ribbon flower to form a pretty dress. I also added pearls around the edge of this
part of the frame.

My MDF candelabra was made from Ferrous paste, beeswax
dripped on the candles with glossy accents added on the flames. I mounted my
paper with a little cheesecloth behind.

My photo is one of Tim Holtz found relatives which I
scratched with my scratchy tool to age. I love my little sparkly crown on her.

Here is a close up of the other corner.

Hope you get a chance to join in the mixed media
challenge at That Craft Place. Thanks so much for stopping by today, your
visits and comments always make my day.

Wow Julie, I am just blown away right now! I could stare at this for hours and still not see everything! You have put so many wonderful details into each and every cubby, and there are so many wonderful textures and finishes, WOWSERS!! Truly stunning! hugs :)

Julie this is stunning - a beautiful romantic and vintage piece of art! I really love what you did with the mannequin and the chandelier is a wonderful touch. I spy some lovely hints of Maja Design papers too - they are gorgeous and so is your wonderful creation! Hugs, Anne xx

I could become quite lost in this. It is the joy of diving into each compartment to view the tiniest of precious details. I know I couldn't possibly pick a favourite as each is so exquisite and I can imagine the time and pure love that went into creating this. Julie, there is nothing wrong with just wanna make nice things .... I for one am so glad you do because you bring such joy.WishesLynne

This is a STUNNER Julie...so hard to pick a fav here! Your hard work and attention to details is clearly seen. I love the bees wax dripping candles, the crown and the lovely dress on the mannequin. A show stopper! Thanks for sharing this with us at Rhedd's Creative Spirit this month. Good luck. Rupa(DT)

Julie this is so beautiful...love how you have decorated each section, each one different,but it all ties together...love the lady with her crown,lol....Thank you for joining us over at Rhedd's Creative Spirit...xx

Oh Julie--This is not only Nice, it's Beautiful!! You always make nice things!! :) :) I just love looking into each nook and see the wonderful little goodies you've adorned each window with! Soooo pretty!! XOXO-Shari

Dear me... this is INCREDIBLE Julie. LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE..... all of it. Wow. It's just so dainty and precious. The boot and the parasol are my fav things but I must also say that your mannequin is BEAUTIFUL. Your entire project is WONDERFUL. So glad I got to see this today. j.

Ooh Julie, such a gorgeous printer's tray you have created here!! I have really enjoyed looking at your close-ups - would be hard to pick a favourite section! Thanks for sharing this with us at Rhedd's Creative Spirit ~ Steffi :o)

Oh my gosh Julie, I don't know where to start, that is absolutely spectacular! From the beautiful frame treatment, to the embossing, to the beautiful and thoughtful details you've added to each and every little niche ... you have indeed made a very nice thing here, it is exquisite. Deb xo

What a gorgeous elegant piece. Beautifully embellished. I adore the texture you added and the touches of lace. Your attention to detail is fantastic. Every niche is a feast for the eyes. Thanks so much for joining in the We Love To Create Mixed Media Challenge. Tracy x

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I'm married to Chris my soulmate and have 2 grown up girls, Chris does the photography and computer side of my blog. I enjoy making cards, 3D projects, upcycling and altered art. You will see a wide interest of medias used on my blog, I love using dies, paints, inks and media pastes. I am currently a DT member for Cheery Lynn Designs, Craft Consortium and Cherish the Memory. I look forward to getting to know you in Blogland

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